Top 21 Staff scientist Jobs in Tucson Az

AI Research Scientist
University of Arizona —Tucson, AZ
- $86,870 - $112,932 a year
- Full-time
- Residential
- Master's degree
- 8 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
Laboratory Coordinator II
University of Arizona —Tucson, AZ
- $53,039 - $66,299 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Grant and Contract Administrator I, College of Science Business Operations
University of Arizona —Tucson, AZ
- $53,039 - $66,299 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Geoscientist I-Tucson, AZ
Certerra —Tucson, AZ
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Environmental Scientist Tucson
Certerra Southwest —Tucson, AZ
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- OSHA
- Pass drug screening
- On-the-job training
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Environmental Scientist Tucson
Certerra —Tucson, AZ
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- OSHA
- Pass drug screening
- On-the-job training
Scientist (Algorithm Developer)
Arete Associates —Tucson, AZ
- $85,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Junior Coatings Scientist PECVD / DLC
ARMORLUBE LLC —Tucson, AZ
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Entry level
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R&D Systems Engineer II (Steward Observatory)
University of Arizona —Tucson, AZ
- $75,540 - $98,201 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
9d
Science & Medicine Advisor
American Heart Association —Tucson, AZ
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Office
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
2d
Geoscientist I-Tucson, AZ
Certerra Subsurface —Tucson, AZ
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Laboratory Coordinator II, Arthritis Center
University of Arizona —Tucson, AZ
- $53,039 - $66,299 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank 2nd Shift
Tucson Medical Center —Tucson, AZ
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Research
- Mid-level
Clinical Sales Specialist, Electrophysiology - LAA (Tucson, AZ)
Abbott Laboratories —Tucson, AZ
- $68,000 - $136,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Up to 50% travel
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Transportation Project Manager
AECOM —Tucson, AZ
- $120,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Advanced Analytics Engineer
Rincon Research Corp —Tucson, AZ
- $101,000 - $124,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- DevOps
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Vice President (VP) of Enterprise Intelligence and AI
El Rio Community Health Center —Tucson, AZ
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Azure
- Computer Science
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Program Manager - Mine Closure
AECOM —Tucson, AZ
- $160,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- 11+ years
- Mentoring
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
14d
AATC Cybersecurity Systems Engineer
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc —Tucson, AZ
- Computer Science
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Engineer, Research and Development, School of Mining Engineering and Mineral Resources
University of Arizona —Tucson, AZ
- $86,870 - $112,932 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Residential
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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AI Research Scientist

University of Arizona -
Tucson, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
$86,870 - $112,932 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Master's degree

Full Job Description

Posting Number req26590
Department Office of Responsible AI
Department Website Link https://responsibleai.arizona.edu/ORAI
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The Office of Responsible AI (ORAI) at the University of Arizona is looking for an AI Research Scientist. This position will lead the development, oversight, and management of AI/ML and data science training initiatives across the University of Arizona. The incumbent will work onsite at the University of Arizona serving as a technical leader and consultant by developing predictive models, operationalizing generative AI frameworks, and applying advanced NLP and unstructured text analytics to extract strategic insights from complex datasets.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Advanced AI/ML Development & Technical Consulting

Develop, validate, and deploy advanced statistical, machine learning, and deep learning predictive models to generate actionable insights for institutional and research stakeholders.
Design and implement Natural Language Processing (NLP) pipelines, text vectorization methods, and unstructured data workflows to extract strategic value from large-scale textual datasets and institutional documents.
Serve as an internal consultant for campus researchers and units, advising on model selection, feature engineering, fine-tuning LLMs with custom datasets, validation frameworks, and production deployment strategies.
Systematically evaluate model performance utilizing advanced testing and verification frameworks to ensure accuracy, stability, and operational efficiency.

Educational Programming, Curriculum Design & Assessment

Design, implement, and facilitate high-impact AI/ML, data science, and generative AI training programs, workshops, and self-paced learning modules tailored for various university audiences (faculty, staff, and students).
Create rigorous educational materials focused on applied machine learning, prompt engineering frameworks, transformer dynamics, and responsible AI development.
Establish institutional benchmarks and best practices for AI/ML education that seamlessly align with the Office of Responsible AI (ORAI) governance principles.
Deploy robust formative and summative learning assessment tools to measure AI literacy gains, track training efficacy, and continuously refine programming to reflect evolving industry standards.

Responsible AI, Governance & Strategic Alignment

Operationalize responsible AI practices across the institution, directly guiding stakeholders on algorithmic bias mitigation, model reproducibility, transparency, and data privacy.
Partner with colleges, research units, and administrative divisions to identify emerging AI/ML needs, influence data governance policies, and develop collaborative, data-driven solutions.
Translate highly complex, technical AI/ML and NLP concepts into accessible, strategic guidance and executive summaries for university leadership and non-technical audiences.
Contribute actively to AI strategy alignment and knowledge exchange with external and internal academic, research, and industry partners.

Grant Writing & Program Sustainability

Draft and co-author high-quality, multidisciplinary grant proposals and technical funding applications to secure external resources for programmatic sustainability.
Partner with cross-functional campus investigators to seamlessly integrate technical data specifications, AI/ML research objectives, budget justifications, and educational project milestones into compelling reviewer narratives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive understanding of AI ethics, including bias mitigation, model reproducibility, transparency, data governance, and policy compliance.
Skilled in drafting high-quality, multidisciplinary grant proposals.
Skilled in utilizing real-world case studies, accessible analogies, and practical applications to help understand and ethically apply AI tools.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. Master's Degree required.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with demystifying advanced AI/ML concepts - such as deep learning, predictive modeling, and algorithmic bias - for non-technical audiences.
Experience in planning, delivering, and managing high-impact synchronous workshops and self-paced learning modules for various university audiences - faculty, staff, and students.

FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $86,870 - $112,932
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade 11
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level PC4
Job Family Research & Data Analysis
Job Function Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Julie Emms | [email protected]
Open Date 7/22/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [email protected].

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staff scientist jobs in tucson az

AI Research Scientist

Laboratory Coordinator II

Grant and Contract Administrator I, College of Science Business Operations

Geoscientist I-Tucson, AZ

Environmental Scientist Tucson

Environmental Scientist Tucson

Scientist (Algorithm Developer)

Junior Coatings Scientist PECVD / DLC

R&D Systems Engineer II (Steward Observatory)

Science & Medicine Advisor

Geoscientist I-Tucson, AZ

Laboratory Coordinator II, Arthritis Center

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank 2nd Shift

Clinical Sales Specialist, Electrophysiology - LAA (Tucson, AZ)

Transportation Project Manager

Advanced Analytics Engineer

Vice President (VP) of Enterprise Intelligence and AI

Program Manager - Mine Closure

AATC Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

Senior Engineer, Research and Development, School of Mining Engineering and Mineral Resources

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